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The respondent to this survey is Chris who is from a Information not requested background.

What qualifications did you hold prior to starting university? I had done my GCSE's and my A-Levels.
What was the name of your course?Business Studies (inc. HR Mngmnt, Marketing or Operations Mngmnt) BA (Honours)
While at university have you worked part-time?No
While at university have you performed any voluntary work?No
While at university have you undertake any work experience?Yes
Please give details of your experience?I did my work experience at a local school.
How useful did you find this work experience when it came to find a job after graduating?I found this work experience extremely useful when it came to finding a job after university.
What is your status?In full or part time employment
What is the name of the organisation you are currently working for?School
What is your job title?Technical Manager
What responsibilities do you hold?I am responsible for contacting suppliers.
What do you enjoy the most about this job?The best part of my job is the responsibility I have.
What do you enjoy the least?I do a lot of hours, due to the responsibility of my role.
What was involved in the recruitment process for this job?The recruitment process was in the form of a basic interview.
Do you feel you have a career plan?Yes
If so, how does your current situation fit into this plan?I plan to carry on working in the school.
When did you start thinking about what you wanted to do after graduation? Thinking back did you leave enough time for this? I started thinking of what I wanted to do in my 3rd year of university. I believe I left enough time for this.

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Did you experience any difficulties when it came to finding work after graduation? If yes, please describe some of the problems you faced? No response given.
What do you wish you had known before you started applying for jobs? I wish I had gone travelling before going into the job I am in now.
What advice would you give to someone applying for jobs now?I would say that before applying you should make sure you actually want the job.
Would you have done anything differently while at university to prepare for your career? Please give details.No response given.
How do you feel your degree has prepared you for today's labour market?Yes, I feel my degree has prepared me very well.
What impact did your course have on your career aspirations? Affirmed job choice
Did you make use of the careers service at university?No

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